IBC Solar has successfully launched the Veringenstadt agrivoltaic project in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, marking a significant advancement in dual-use land management. By integrating 8.5 MWp of solar capacity with ongoing farming operations, the facility generates 11 GWh of electricity annually, sufficient to power over 3,100 households. The project distinguishes itself through the implementation of single-axis trackers that allow for adjustable module tilt angles between 60° and 90°. This innovative design ensures that more than 85% of the original arable land remains accessible for agricultural production, proving that renewable energy expansion and farming can coexist effectively.
The installation, which spans 15.5 hectares, was developed by IBC Solar as an EPC contractor for wpd GmbH and has been feeding electricity into the public grid since April 2025. Recognized as a finalist for The smarter E AWARD 2026, the site utilizes bifacial glass-glass modules that achieve an annual yield of approximately 1,300 kWh per kW. This performance is largely attributed to the unique application of single-axis trackers, which IBC Solar notes is a first for this type of agrivoltaic system.
To ensure the land remains viable for farming, the project features optimized row spacing, increased tracker axis heights, and wide access gates to accommodate heavy agricultural machinery. These design choices allow the solar infrastructure to adapt to the specific needs of the farmers working the land. Luca Becker, Project Manager Photovoltaics at wpd GmbH, highlighted the project as a clear indicator of the future of renewable energy, demonstrating that sustainable power generation and traditional agricultural practices can be successfully combined to maximize land utility.